Chronic Illness Therapists in Escondido, CA
My name is Marjorie Manuel, LCSW practicing in the state of California. I am very big on rapport building and involving the clients in driving their own treatments, which include active participation in goal setting and working on realistic expectations in therapy. My background experiences were focused on depression, anxiety, stress, counseling, mental health illness, substance use, grief, and military.
My name is Marjorie Manuel, LCSW practicing in the state of California. I am very big on rapport building and involving the clients in driving their own treatments, which include active participation in goal setting and working on realistic expectations in therapy. My background experiences were focused on depression, anxiety, stress, counseling, mental health illness, substance use, grief, and military.
You want to be in relationships where your needs matter, and you’ve learned to overextend, walk on eggshells, and care for everyone except yourself. Maybe dating feels hopeless, like you’re being set up for rejection. Maybe you’re afraid of parenting the way you were parented. Your inner critic is loud. Your body feels tense. Your emotions stay trapped inside. Your shoulders carry it all—almost like a turtle shell protecting your most vulnerable parts. I can help you untangle rooted patterns that no longer serve you, so you can feel grounded in your body and build safe, mutual connections without losing yourself in the process.
You want to be in relationships where your needs matter, and you’ve learned to overextend, walk on eggshells, and care for everyone except yourself. Maybe dating feels hopeless, like you’re being set up for rejection. Maybe you’re afraid of parenting the way you were parented. Your inner critic is loud. Your body feels tense. Your emotions stay trapped inside. Your shoulders carry it all—almost like a turtle shell protecting your most vulnerable parts. I can help you untangle rooted patterns that no longer serve you, so you can feel grounded in your body and build safe, mutual connections without losing yourself in the process.
Are you or your partner seeking to improve your relationship, resolve conflicts, or deepen your connection? I specialize in helping couples navigate the complexities of relationships in a safe & supportive environment. Services include pre-marital counseling and support for couples in crisis that are dealing with infidelity, separation, and/or parenting issues. I offer evidence based strategies to resolve disagreements, reduce tension, rebuild trust, intimacy & emotional connection. How? By learning about different love languages, emotional triggers, effective time out and self soothing strategies leading to healthier relationship.
Are you or your partner seeking to improve your relationship, resolve conflicts, or deepen your connection? I specialize in helping couples navigate the complexities of relationships in a safe & supportive environment. Services include pre-marital counseling and support for couples in crisis that are dealing with infidelity, separation, and/or parenting issues. I offer evidence based strategies to resolve disagreements, reduce tension, rebuild trust, intimacy & emotional connection. How? By learning about different love languages, emotional triggers, effective time out and self soothing strategies leading to healthier relationship.
I am a Licensed Clinical Worker (LCSW), LCSW 128116. My approach to therapy is client-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed. I strive to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where clients feel empowered to explore their emotions, develop self-awareness, and build practical coping skills.
I am a Licensed Clinical Worker (LCSW), LCSW 128116. My approach to therapy is client-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed. I strive to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where clients feel empowered to explore their emotions, develop self-awareness, and build practical coping skills.
Now more than ever, it seems that so many of us are facing circumstances that make life stressful, confusing, and painful at times. The purpose of our work together is to help you live a healthier, happier, and more meaningful life. Whether you want to be a happier person, to have better relationships, or to simply understand yourself better, we can help you achieve this. We combine support, insight, and direction to help you have the skills to better manage your life and obtain greater peace and joy. There is no greater privilege than helping a person improve their life, and we appreciate the opportunity to help you!
Now more than ever, it seems that so many of us are facing circumstances that make life stressful, confusing, and painful at times. The purpose of our work together is to help you live a healthier, happier, and more meaningful life. Whether you want to be a happier person, to have better relationships, or to simply understand yourself better, we can help you achieve this. We combine support, insight, and direction to help you have the skills to better manage your life and obtain greater peace and joy. There is no greater privilege than helping a person improve their life, and we appreciate the opportunity to help you!
I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, supporting clients through challenges such as trauma, anxiety, emotional regulation, life transitions, and interpersonal difficulties. I’m especially passionate about helping individuals and families build stronger connections and healthier patterns of communication.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, supporting clients through challenges such as trauma, anxiety, emotional regulation, life transitions, and interpersonal difficulties. I’m especially passionate about helping individuals and families build stronger connections and healthier patterns of communication.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a professional clinical counselor. I have an extensive history in this field and have helped all sorts of people. I worked for 20 years in the male and female psychiatric security units in county jail. I have also worked extensively with troubled youth and state prison inmates as they transition back to society, and I also have extensive experience with Military/veterans and first responders, addressing both mental health and addiction issues while I worked at Veterans Village of San Diego.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a professional clinical counselor. I have an extensive history in this field and have helped all sorts of people. I worked for 20 years in the male and female psychiatric security units in county jail. I have also worked extensively with troubled youth and state prison inmates as they transition back to society, and I also have extensive experience with Military/veterans and first responders, addressing both mental health and addiction issues while I worked at Veterans Village of San Diego.
It takes a lot of courage to pursue this step on your healing pilgrimage. I congratulate you on starting this process and am confident it will be a very meaningful journey. I specialize in working with individuals navigating trauma, life transitions, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, addictions, and Bipolar Disorder. A few of my specialties are Christian Faith-Based Counseling, EMDR, and Trauma Informed Care. I take a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals.
It takes a lot of courage to pursue this step on your healing pilgrimage. I congratulate you on starting this process and am confident it will be a very meaningful journey. I specialize in working with individuals navigating trauma, life transitions, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, addictions, and Bipolar Disorder. A few of my specialties are Christian Faith-Based Counseling, EMDR, and Trauma Informed Care. I take a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals.
Hi. I’m Dr. Kimberly, a licensed professional counselor with a Ph.D. in Health Psychology. I have experience treating adults in group and individual settings, utilizing an eclectic assortment of techniques and therapies. My areas of interest are anxiety and mood disorders, including depression and bipolar disorder. My motto is “carpe diem” (seize the day), and I love working with people to help find solutions while encouraging each person to seize each day as a fresh start.
I do not provide couple's therapy. I do not provide therapy to individuals with personality disorders.
Hi. I’m Dr. Kimberly, a licensed professional counselor with a Ph.D. in Health Psychology. I have experience treating adults in group and individual settings, utilizing an eclectic assortment of techniques and therapies. My areas of interest are anxiety and mood disorders, including depression and bipolar disorder. My motto is “carpe diem” (seize the day), and I love working with people to help find solutions while encouraging each person to seize each day as a fresh start.
I do not provide couple's therapy. I do not provide therapy to individuals with personality disorders.
Being compassionate and offering a safe, tranquil healing space for self discovery and personal empowerment is very important to me. My areas of expertise are depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, major life changes, substance abuse, and women's issues. I am an EMDR certified therapist, and also offer insight oriented therapy, and mindfulness based practices. I have been working in the field of social work for over 30 years with a Masters in Social Work from Boston College and a Masters in Liberal Arts/concentration in Psychology from Harvard University.
Being compassionate and offering a safe, tranquil healing space for self discovery and personal empowerment is very important to me. My areas of expertise are depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, major life changes, substance abuse, and women's issues. I am an EMDR certified therapist, and also offer insight oriented therapy, and mindfulness based practices. I have been working in the field of social work for over 30 years with a Masters in Social Work from Boston College and a Masters in Liberal Arts/concentration in Psychology from Harvard University.
You want to learn to be kinder to yourself, process your feelings, put yourself first without guilt, and heal from a past that’s holding you back. You can admit that you’re harder on yourself than you deserve and want this to change.
That's where I come in! I help teens, adults, and relationship structures explore their lives in order to improve their communication and strengthen their connections to themselves and their communities. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, neurodivergence, confusion about life, sexual health curiosities, relationship stress, or major life transitions, I’m ready to meet you with warmth and care.
You want to learn to be kinder to yourself, process your feelings, put yourself first without guilt, and heal from a past that’s holding you back. You can admit that you’re harder on yourself than you deserve and want this to change.
That's where I come in! I help teens, adults, and relationship structures explore their lives in order to improve their communication and strengthen their connections to themselves and their communities. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, neurodivergence, confusion about life, sexual health curiosities, relationship stress, or major life transitions, I’m ready to meet you with warmth and care.
I specialize in working with individuals struggling with weight loss and weight management. I provide an alternative strategy to weight loss based on cognitive therapy that allows people to change their lives and their relationship with food, instead of just dieting. The ultimate goal is to prioritize your well-being and care for yourself. I offer Solution-Focused Therapy Weight Loss services for emotional eating and bingeing.
I specialize in working with individuals struggling with weight loss and weight management. I provide an alternative strategy to weight loss based on cognitive therapy that allows people to change their lives and their relationship with food, instead of just dieting. The ultimate goal is to prioritize your well-being and care for yourself. I offer Solution-Focused Therapy Weight Loss services for emotional eating and bingeing.
Are you feeling like you’re not living as your best self? Maybe you’re feeling confused, scared, or disconnected, and not sure how to move forward. I want you to know that you’re not alone, and I’m here to help. If emotions or behaviors are becoming overwhelming and affecting other areas of your life, I encourage you to reach out. My goal is to support you through this journey, and I truly believe that positive change, success, and growth are possible. Together we’ll work on practical tools and strategies to help you not just cope, but truly thrive.
Are you feeling like you’re not living as your best self? Maybe you’re feeling confused, scared, or disconnected, and not sure how to move forward. I want you to know that you’re not alone, and I’m here to help. If emotions or behaviors are becoming overwhelming and affecting other areas of your life, I encourage you to reach out. My goal is to support you through this journey, and I truly believe that positive change, success, and growth are possible. Together we’ll work on practical tools and strategies to help you not just cope, but truly thrive.
Many believe that my main responsibility as a clinical psychologist is to find what is “wrong” with people. While diagnosing is an important part of treatment it is far from the most important part. We will explore who you are, where you’ve been, and where you’d like to go. I treat every person like the unique individual they are. My strength-based approach focuses on what’s RIGHT with you and how we are going to leverage that to create the life you so desire. So, let’s get started.
Many believe that my main responsibility as a clinical psychologist is to find what is “wrong” with people. While diagnosing is an important part of treatment it is far from the most important part. We will explore who you are, where you’ve been, and where you’d like to go. I treat every person like the unique individual they are. My strength-based approach focuses on what’s RIGHT with you and how we are going to leverage that to create the life you so desire. So, let’s get started.
Hello, my name is Edna, and I am a licensed clinical social worker. My intention when working with my clients is to provide a safe space where thoughts and behaviors can be explored freely. I work from a client-centered, strengths-based approach but will always be open to a dynamic experience depending on a client's needs. I strongly believe in meeting a client where they are. I approach my work from a strengths-based perspective, believing that a person is the expert in their own life. I approach understanding from a psychoeducation standpoint and will pull tangible tools from CBT.
Hello, my name is Edna, and I am a licensed clinical social worker. My intention when working with my clients is to provide a safe space where thoughts and behaviors can be explored freely. I work from a client-centered, strengths-based approach but will always be open to a dynamic experience depending on a client's needs. I strongly believe in meeting a client where they are. I approach my work from a strengths-based perspective, believing that a person is the expert in their own life. I approach understanding from a psychoeducation standpoint and will pull tangible tools from CBT.
I have successfully coached healthcare workers through burn out by creating space for healing through acknowledgement and release of the stress and trauma stored in their body. Letting go of these negative experiences, strengthens their connection to others and brings clarity to their passion and purpose. I have also led trainings on topics such as emotion regulation, conflict resolution and effective communication. I created and led various support groups and trainings related to grief, chronic pain, imposter syndrome and burnout.
I have successfully coached healthcare workers through burn out by creating space for healing through acknowledgement and release of the stress and trauma stored in their body. Letting go of these negative experiences, strengthens their connection to others and brings clarity to their passion and purpose. I have also led trainings on topics such as emotion regulation, conflict resolution and effective communication. I created and led various support groups and trainings related to grief, chronic pain, imposter syndrome and burnout.
You are so brave right now. Trying to find someone who can support you in living your best life can be hard. I hope I can help. You may be feeling lonely, frustrated, sad, lost, and on edge. It may be because of the past, something recent, or something you’re fearful of in the future. Whatever the case, you are struggling to be who you want to be. You want to see your potential, but there's all this stuff in the way. Let's clear the stuff, heal the pain, find your potential, and get you balanced and aligned with the true you.
You are so brave right now. Trying to find someone who can support you in living your best life can be hard. I hope I can help. You may be feeling lonely, frustrated, sad, lost, and on edge. It may be because of the past, something recent, or something you’re fearful of in the future. Whatever the case, you are struggling to be who you want to be. You want to see your potential, but there's all this stuff in the way. Let's clear the stuff, heal the pain, find your potential, and get you balanced and aligned with the true you.
Do you ever ask yourself, "My partner and I are successful in so many ways, why does our relationship feel so painfully disconnected?" Allow me to guide you in restoring the connection you once enjoyed together. Damaged trust, anger, infidelity, money problems, lack of sex, intimacy and affection are among the problems that can erode a relationship. I will provide you with tools that will help you move towards rebuilding trust, closeness and integrity in the relationship. I will also teach you how to effectively get what you want from your partner and the relationship. About 50% of my practice is couples, 50% is individual therapy.
Do you ever ask yourself, "My partner and I are successful in so many ways, why does our relationship feel so painfully disconnected?" Allow me to guide you in restoring the connection you once enjoyed together. Damaged trust, anger, infidelity, money problems, lack of sex, intimacy and affection are among the problems that can erode a relationship. I will provide you with tools that will help you move towards rebuilding trust, closeness and integrity in the relationship. I will also teach you how to effectively get what you want from your partner and the relationship. About 50% of my practice is couples, 50% is individual therapy.
When your life isn’t what you want it to be – Is less fulfilling and satisfying then it should be –– Might be burdened with sadness or depression -- I offer guidance, support and comfort in a safe healing environment that can help turn your life around. Help you discover how wondrous it is to find the emotional strength and freedom you need to recognize then pursue -- and finally realize your full potential
When your life isn’t what you want it to be – Is less fulfilling and satisfying then it should be –– Might be burdened with sadness or depression -- I offer guidance, support and comfort in a safe healing environment that can help turn your life around. Help you discover how wondrous it is to find the emotional strength and freedom you need to recognize then pursue -- and finally realize your full potential
Suzanne Woodruff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
I bring over 15 years of experience supporting adults through crisis, complex transitions, grief, LGBTQIA matters, and chronic illness.
I am a licensed clinical therapist who specializes in supporting adults navigating major life or relationship transitions, grief and loss, and identity exploration. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, caregiver stress, and feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. I also provide LGBTQ+ and trans-affirming therapy for individuals exploring gender identity, sexual identity, relationships, and self-esteem.
I bring over 15 years of experience supporting adults through crisis, complex transitions, grief, LGBTQIA matters, and chronic illness.
I am a licensed clinical therapist who specializes in supporting adults navigating major life or relationship transitions, grief and loss, and identity exploration. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, caregiver stress, and feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. I also provide LGBTQ+ and trans-affirming therapy for individuals exploring gender identity, sexual identity, relationships, and self-esteem.
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